Category Archives: ((WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY) Local News
FEMA could help local government, not people, businesses
FEMA workers spent yesterday in the Appleton area and they’re stressing that local governments could be in line for federal funding. People and businesses aren’t eligible for money. Spokes...
Aug 13, 2019
Local farmers thank Evers for efforts to stop trade war
Some local farmers are thanking Governor Evers for sending President Trump a letter asking him to end the trade war with China. The governor says farmers are facing trade uncertainty, low prices, and ...
Aug 13, 2019
Deputies search for hit & run car
Outagamie County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for a car that was involved in a hit-and-run crash, north of Appleton, late last night. They say the driver rear-ended a motorcycle at the corner ...
Aug 13, 2019
FEMA checking on storm damage in Appleton area
FEMA is in the Appleton area today, looking at damage from last month’s storm, and meeting with government leaders. The state Emergency Management department is helping by collecting pictures an...
Aug 13, 2019
County could take Appleton truancy cases
The Appleton school district’s new truancy system could lead to the county’s youth and family services agency getting involved. Scott Kornish is the division manager for Outagamie County, ...
Aug 13, 2019
Oshkosh Area United Way sets $1.6 mil goal
After a record-breaking fundraising campaign last year, the Oshkosh Area United Way has a new goal of $1.6 million. The agency launched its fundraising campaign today, with a pep rally at Oshkosh Nort...
Aug 13, 2019
B&G Club plans outdoor expansion
The Boys and Girls Club of the Fox Valley wants to expand onto a small part of Locust Street, and land across the street. The plans include a playground, basketball court, and teen fitness area. The c...
Aug 13, 2019
State joins suit over emission changes
The state is joining a lawsuit against a move by President Trump’s administration to replace new limits on pollution. The EPA is putting much lower emission standards in place for power plants t...
Aug 13, 2019
Evers wants businesses to embrace diversity
Governor Evers is urging the state’s business leaders to embrace diversity, and make all people feel welcome, to help deal with worker shortages and an aging population. Evers spoke at an event ...
Aug 13, 2019
Kids found in hot car in Milwaukee area
A suburban Milwaukee mother is facing child neglect charges, after her two young children were found alone in a hot car outside a store. Police say a woman saw the kids in the car in the parking lot o...
Aug 13, 2019
